Additive

TEGO® Rad 2300

TEGO® Rad 2300 is an efficient non-foaming, radically cross-linkable substrate wetting and slip additive. Recommended even for high shear applications and the wetting of low energy substrates incl. fresh litho inks.

Product information

Type

Additive

Sub type

Slip & flow & release

Sustainability

VOC reduction

Next generation solution

Life Cycle Assessment available

Markets

Technologies

High solids (solventborne)
Radiation curing systems
Solventfree

Manufacturer

TEGO Rad Logo

Availability

Key benefits

  • excellent substrate wetting
  • suitable for pigmented and clear formulations
  • no tendency to create foam
  • good slip properties

Technical data

active matter content
100
appearance
clear liquid (becomes hazy and thickens at temperature < 15°C (effect is reversible by warming it up)
chemical description
organomodified silicone acrylate, radically cross-linkable

Properties

Substrate wetting
5/5
Flow promotion
3/5
Slip effect
4/5
Release
2/5
Defoaming effect
1/5
Clarity in varnishes
3/5

Recommended addition level

As supplied calculated on total formulation: 0.1 - 1.0 %.

Processing instructions

Addition to the coating as supplied or as a predilution is possible.

Handling & storage

When stored in an original unopended packaging the product has a shelf life of 48 months from the date of manufacture. The product should be stored out of direct sunlight.